09 March 2010

Happy Birthday Cathal

Two years ago today (10/03/08), our little boy was born. A few hours later, he was whisked away to Crumlin Children's hospital where he was diagnosed with having a couple of major heart conditions.

A brand new Cathal

One year ago today (10/03/09), Cathal was in ICU just 24 hours after having his big heart surgery, and things were looking a bit hairy. We did not know if he would make it through the night.

About 4 weeks after surgery

Today (10/03/10), I am glad to report that it is Cathal's birthday...HORRAY!!!! He's a big boy now, and full of big boy ideas, tantrums and laughs.

He is here, he is healthy, and he is thriving. To celebrate our boy, and to start putting together some happy memories of his birthday, we decided to hold a big birthday party for Cathal last Sunday. I would firstly like to thank everyone who came, everyone who helped set up the room and clean up, and those who helped out with food, balloons and the sound system (you all know who you are).
I would also like to thank everyone who put money into the Heart Children Ireland box. Cathal already has far too many toys, and we thought that the money that is spent on birthday presents would be better used helping out other cardiac children. I know a few of you brought him a present too, and you really shouldn't have...but thank you too :-)

A grand total of 445euro & 10cent was collected on the day.....Amazing!!!!!!
Again, THANK YOU


And finally,
Happy Birthday Cathal

All dressed up for the party
(and ready to be an emergency page boy if the need should arise)

This party is not too bad Mammy

10 comments:

Mel said...

Happy birthday Cathal! I hope you got spoilt rotten, ate lots of cake and other food you are not usually allowed, and were totally overtired by the end of the party!

Luke sends you birthday wishes too :)

Cate said...

he is gorgeous! Happy Birthday!

Anonymous said...

Happy birthday Cathal and all the best in your life. Have a nice day for your birthday. Don't eat too much chocolate cake !(smile)...
You are very looking !
Big kisses
Love a lot
Malika and Co

Anonymous said...

comme il est beau et élégant avec son sa cravate! et comme il a poussé en deux ans!!! super hyper bon anniversaire à notre cathal, plein de bisous et d'amour
dom and co

Anonymous said...

He's gorgeous and so happy. What a great job you guys are doing - the little man is thriving!

Aine

Ria said...

It's so nice to see how much he's grown. He's a cutie!
Happy Birthday!

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Cheri said...

Happy Birthday Cathal!

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